COMPATIBILITY · MODEL-LEVEL REVIEW
Compatibility is a test result, not a connector assumption.
Turn a vague “Will it work?” into a documented decision for a named vehicle, charger environment, and batch.
VEHICLE
Identify the exact vehicle configuration
The same model name can cover different model years, regional versions, inlet hardware, or software environments. Each project starts with traceable vehicle information.
- Brand and model
- Model year and production batch if available
- Original sales market or vehicle region
- Vehicle identification label and charging-inlet photos
- Relevant software or firmware information when available
CHARGER
Map the destination charging environment
List the stations that matter commercially—not only a connector standard. The sample test should reflect the networks your buyers will actually use.
- Destination country and cities
- Charging-network or charger-brand names
- Station power class and connector photos
- Known error messages or prior charging results
- Indoor, outdoor, cold-weather or high-temperature use conditions
MATRIX
Use a compatibility matrix your sales team can defend
Record every reviewed combination with a clear status so sales, service, and procurement use the same answer.
- Not yet evaluated
- Document review completed
- Sample validation required
- Validated for the recorded combination
- Not approved for the recorded combination
TEST
Test the handshake and the whole session
A meaningful test goes beyond physical connection. Record startup, communication, charging stability, normal stop, emergency stop, connector temperature observations, and any fault message according to the agreed protocol.
DECISION GATE
One successful charger is not universal proof.
Approval should be limited to the recorded vehicle and charging environment. New models, model years, software versions, or charger networks may require a new review.